The Women of Tobin Brothers Funerals...
On International Women’s Day 2020-2022 we took you on a journey into the lives and careers of just some of the passionate, caring and dedicated women within Tobin Brothers Funerals who are making their mark within a previously male-dominated industry.
What is this series about?
Each International Women’s Day from 2020-2022, we took you on a journey into the lives and careers of the passionate, caring and dedicated women that help create and shape the Tobin Brothers community.
Throughout the following videos, this series will be exploring every aspect of this essential and often misunderstood field, from our board of directors to our embalmers, as we showcase and recognise the hard-working women who are making their mark within a previously male-dominated industry.
Wendy Goy - Training and Human Resources Manager
As Training and Human Resources Manager, Wendy ensures that each staff member at Tobin Brothers is supported and able to grow within their role.
As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, we spoke with Wendy about her time with Tobin Brothers and the positive changes she’s seen in the industry over the years.
Shannon Moody - Funeral Director's Assistant
Funeral Directors Assistant, Shannon, prides herself on her natural ability to cope with a room full of different emotions, seeing a funeral through from first contact with a family to the day of the ceremony.
From comforting families who are grieving, guaranteeing that safety procedures are followed, and ensuring that family wishes are followed, Shannon is the perfect person to be celebrated for International Women’s Day.
Brydie Hull - Senior Co-Ordinator
This International Women’s Day, we hear from Brydie hull, who is continuing her family legacy after 4 generations in the funeral industry, and has become the first female of her generation to join Tobin Brothers.
Bridging the gap between staff and client families, Brydie’s position as Senior Co-ordinator and then as Funeral Advice Line Manager often requires her to call upon her skills as an empathetic person to empower her colleagues and help to manage the emotional fatigue of those around her.
Deborah Penton and Raewyn Saywell - Funeral Planners and Conductors
This International Women’s Day, we are celebrating Deborah and Raewyn, Funeral Planners and Conductors at Tobin Brothers who always approach their positions with passion and care.
Constantly learning and growing, Deborah and Raewyn ensure every aspect of a funeral runs smoothly and brighten up even the toughest of days.
Aneka Stagg - Embalmer
Meet Aneka, Embalmer at Tobin Brothers.
Continuing our International Women’s Day series, we meet Aneka, an embalmer with Tobin Brothers. Aneka does a series of tasks to ensure the body is ready for funerals and utilising embalming and restorative arts, among others to help families behind the scenes.
We are so proud to have Aneka on board at Tobin Brothers, and here is a glimpse into her day-to-day life.
Cathy Tobin - Company Director and Branch Manager
Bringing life experience and a passion for making a difference within the industry, we spoke with Cathy Tobin for International Women’s Day about her journey to becoming the first female Tobin family member within the Tobin Brothers Board of Directors.
For International Women’s Day, Cathy takes us along her path from her first experiences within the industry all the way to today, and how Tobin Brothers has evolved along the way.
Angela Wilson - Accounts Receivable
Meet Angela, Accounts at Tobin Brothers.
Approaching her position in Accounts with compassion and care, Angela is often the last representative of Tobin Brothers that a family will encounter. This International Women’s Day we are celebrating Angela and the Accounts team for the work they do in minimising the stress that can sometimes be associated with the financial side of funeral arrangements.
Christine Griffiths - Head Office Receptionist
Meet Christine, Receptionist at Tobin Brothers
This International Women’s Day, we are celebrating Christine. As a Receptionist, Christine takes great pride in her ability to provide comfort and support to families from the moment they walk through the door at Tobin Brothers.
Rebecca Persichetti - Funeral Advice Line
This International Women’s Day, we are celebrating Rebecca from the Funeral Advice Line. After being personally touched by the work that Tobin Brothers does within the community, Rebecca was inspired to begin her journey within the Tobin Brothers Funeral Advice Line.
Bringing compassion and empathy to her role, Rebecca is one of many available to support, guide and assist individuals and families around the clock.
Frances Tobin - Manager of Frances Tobin Funerals for Women
For International Women’s Day, we are celebrating Frances Tobin. Frances is a passionate leader who regularly inspires those around her.
Frances Tobin Funerals by Women was the first company in Melbourne to provide funeral services exclusively by women, and Frances has helped grow this initiative since its beginnings.
Donna Jenkins - Executive Assistant
After 26 years with Tobin Brothers, Executive Assistant Donna is instrumental to keeping Tobin Brothers running smoothly behind the scenes and she is one of the ideal people for us to celebrate for International Women’s Day.
Over her time with Tobin Brothers, Donna has seen the company grow and change to become an organisation where women make up 50% of staff and undertake roles that were previously reserved for men.
Annabel Matthews - Memories and Tributes Consultant
Meet Annabel, Memories and Tributes Consultant.
Continuing our celebration of International Women’s Day, we spoke with Memories and Tributes Consultant, Annabel, who uses her keen eye and empathetic heart to commemorate and celebrate lives through the design and production of printed stationery and AV presentations prior to funeral services.
Helen O'Hagan - Catering Manager with Diamond Celebrations
As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, we spoke with Helen who is the Catering Manager with Diamond Celebrations at Tobin Brothers.
More than just fuel for our bodies, food has the ability to calm our souls and unite us in even the most difficult of times. Using fresh products and preparing each handmade refreshment with passion and care, Helen and her team ensure that every service that they host is an occasion to celebrate life.
A Final word from James MacLeod OAM - Managing Director, Tobin Brothers Funerals
Managing Director James MacLeod wishes to congratulate those that participated in our International Women’s Day video series and to thank all the amazing woman that represent Tobin Brothers Funerals every single day of the year.
Also thanks to Moira Kelly AO for coming to speak with the women of Tobin Brothers and for the incredible work she does for Moira Kelly Creating Hope Foundation.
Wishing everyone a Happy International Women’s Day from Tobin Brothers Funerals.
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